Telecommunications Act 1997 Parts 7 and 8 requirements and exemptions
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The requirements established by Parts 7 and 8 of the Telecommunications Act 1997 apply to:...
Internet
The Internet plays an important role in how people learn, communicate, do business and go about their daily lives. We advise the Australian Government about all Australians having access to high-quality, reliable and affordable Internet services.
Australian Broadband Advisory...
The Australian Broadband Advisory Council (ABAC) has been established to provide advice to the Minister for Communications,...
National Broadband Network
The National Broadband Network (NBN) is giving Australians access to fast internet services. Whether you're planning for NBN to...
Consumer Safeguards Review
The Government is reviewing Australia’s telecommunications consumer safeguards to prepare the framework for a post-2020...
Universal Service Guarantee for...
The Government has announced a new Universal Service Guarantee that will ensure all Australians have access to voice and...
Telecommunications Reform Package
The Australian Government is reforming the telecommunications market to promote competition and to improve access to broadband...
Regional Connectivity Program
The Regional Connectivity Program (the RCP) is providing $90.3 million (GST inclusive) in Commonwealth funding for 81 ...
Internet governance
Australia’s internet is managed through Australian law, policies and global coordination.
ITU Plenipotentiary Conference...
Australia actively engaged in policy discussions and was successfully re elected to Council at the International...
Competition in broadband
The Australian Government has policies to make broadband services more competitive.
International involvement
We promote and support Australia’s domestic agenda and communications priorities at an international level....
What's new
Internet
More than 80 projects funded under the Regional Connectivity Program will provide people in Regional Australia access to...
Internet
The Government has introduced a new Online Safety Bill into Parliament. Keeping Australians safe online is a priority.
Internet
Draft standards, rules and benchmarks for the broadband networks servicing our communities.
Internet
Consultation has begun on the Government’s proposed Online Safety Bill.
Policies (Internet)
Online content regulation
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Illegal and offensive online content is regulated through the Online Content Scheme under Schedule 5 and 7 of the Broadcasting Services Act 1992 through a complaints-based mechanism. The Scheme is designed to protect consumers, particularly children, from exposure to inappropriate or harmful material....
Telecommunications in new developments
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It is important to make sure telecommunications infrastructure is available in real estate new developments.
We are seeking views from interested parties on draft standards, rules and benchmarks for SIPs concerning timeframes for connections, repairs and appointment keeping; rebates; peak speeds; remediation, and record keeping.